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18 karat gold and diamond wristwatch, Cartier, circa 1945
Estimate
6,500 - 7,500 USD
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Description
The small circular silvered dial with Arabic numerals and batons, bordered by small round and single-cut diamonds, completed by a gold snakelink bracelet, length 6 5/8 inches, backwind, movement signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc., dial signed Cartier, caseback numbered A 639203.
Condition
Good condition. Set with 34 round and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .60 carat; approximately G-H color, VS-SI clarity. Watch is currently running with a manual backwind movement. Caseback engraved R.A.E and snakelink chain stamped 750 for 18 karat gold, also with the mark EMJ? within a lozenge. Movement with 15 jewels, unadjusted. See Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 272 of the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.